Microsoft Active Directory vs SME Server
A side-by-side look at Microsoft Active Directory and SME Server. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
Microsoft Active Directory
Network & Admin
Microsoft Active Directory is a directory service that enables managing identities, access, and security in a corporate network. It centrally stores information about users, devices, and other resources for finding, accessing, and managing them.
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SME Server
Network & Admin
SME Server is an open source Linux distribution based on CentOS designed for easy deployment of servers for small and medium businesses. It includes pre-configured applications like email, web hosting, firewall, etc.
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